USANewsOnline.Com Desk, New York – U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-NY), Vice Chair of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on State and Foreign Operations and a member of the Congressional Caucus on India and Indian Americans, October 31 issued the following statement on the tragic bridge collapse in the western Indian State of Gujarat.

“I am devastated over the high number of deaths caused by this bridge collapsing, and I’m heartbroken to learn that many of those killed are children, women and the elderly. India is a dear friend and ally of the United States, and we stand with its people during this terrible time of tragedy and sorrow. I thank the first responders who have worked to save lives, and I’m keeping all who are impacted in my thoughts and prayers, especially those who have lost family members. My office stands ready to assist constituents who may have loved ones affected by this horrible tragedy.” Press Release.